Marcus Cole Sr., 49, was shot and later died from his injuries after an incident at a home in El Dorado, Arkansas. The shooting happened on March 14, 2025, at about 10:20 p.m. at 313 South Pelham Street. Officers who responded found Cole with a gunshot wound to the left side of his abdomen; he was taken to South Arkansas Regional Hospital and later transferred to a Little Rock hospital, where he succumbed to his wounds.

Cole is remembered in the community for his generosity, his infectious smile and for bringing people together. The El Dorado Police Department opened a homicide investigation, interviewed several witnesses at the scene and collected multiple pieces of evidence. No arrests have been announced and the investigation remains ongoing.

If anyone has information about what happened that night or knew Marcus Cole Sr., please share tips with the El Dorado Police Department.